How to Pronounce "the worse for wear"
expression
thuh WURS fer WAIR
thuh WURS faw WAIR
Definition
Used to describe something or someone that looks worn out, damaged, or tired because of age, use, or experience.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈwɝs/ /ˈfɔɹ/, /fɝ/, /fɹɝ/ /ˈwɛɹ
British English
ðə, ði/ /wˈɜːs/ /fˈɔː/ /wɛə
Simplified Pronunciation
US
thuh WURS fer WAIR
UK
thuh WURS faw WAIR
Listen in Context
This car is the worse for wear after ten years on the road.
My shoes are the worse for wear after the long hike.
She felt the worse for wear after working all night.
That sofa is really the worse for wear—maybe it's time for a new one.